The Shaped Shirt Dress in Black by Mela Purdie.
With its dramatic collar detailing and precise darts, the Shaped Shirt Dress offers a flattering, structured silhouette. Crafted from Mela Purdie’s pearlised Powder Weave - a woven, four-way stretch fabric - this mid-length dress delivers top-to-toe shirting sophistication. Features include a sharp collar, full-length sleeves with exaggerated shirt cuffs, and a curved hemline, perfectly balancing elegance and modern style. Designed and made in Australia, it’s a standout piece for your wardrobe.
Since 1999 MELA PURDIE has embraced the art of confidence in comfort by designing perfect wardrobe combinations for the way we live today, wherever you are.
Continuing to develop upon a heritage foundation of wearable essentials, the line embodies clothes that travel with you. Through flexible design, sensual fabrication and precise finishes, these clothes provide a framework for dressing that empowers a sense of luxury and ease.
MELA PURDIE is strongly committed to manufacturing in Australia, supporting local producers with dedication and integrity.
100% Biocomponent Polyester/ Machine Wash
Please follow care instructions on label.
Standard AU sizing.
| 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | |
| Centre Back Length | 113.8 | 114.4 | 115 | 115.6 | 116.2 | 117.1 | 118 |
| Across Bust | 53 | 55.5 | 58 | 60.5 | 63 | 65.75 | 68.5 |
| Sleeve Length | 61.3 | 61.9 | 62.5 | 63.1 | 63.7 | 64 | 64.3 |
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The Shaped Shirt Dress in Black by Mela Purdie.
With its dramatic collar detailing and precise darts, the Shaped Shirt Dress offers a flattering, structured silhouette. Crafted from Mela Purdie’s pearlised Powder Weave - a woven, four-way stretch fabric - this mid-length dress delivers top-to-toe shirting sophistication. Features include a sharp collar, full-length sleeves with exaggerated shirt cuffs, and a curved hemline, perfectly balancing elegance and modern style. Designed and made in Australia, it’s a standout piece for your wardrobe.
Since 1999 MELA PURDIE has embraced the art of confidence in comfort by designing perfect wardrobe combinations for the way we live today, wherever you are.
Continuing to develop upon a heritage foundation of wearable essentials, the line embodies clothes that travel with you. Through flexible design, sensual fabrication and precise finishes, these clothes provide a framework for dressing that empowers a sense of luxury and ease.
MELA PURDIE is strongly committed to manufacturing in Australia, supporting local producers with dedication and integrity.
100% Biocomponent Polyester/ Machine Wash
Please follow care instructions on label.
Standard AU sizing.
| 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | |
| Centre Back Length | 113.8 | 114.4 | 115 | 115.6 | 116.2 | 117.1 | 118 |
| Across Bust | 53 | 55.5 | 58 | 60.5 | 63 | 65.75 | 68.5 |
| Sleeve Length | 61.3 | 61.9 | 62.5 | 63.1 | 63.7 | 64 | 64.3 |
